Flying from Rio De Janeiro to Santo Domingo: what you need to know
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is Rio De Janeiro's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Santo Domingo taking off from here.
Hop off your plane in Santo Domingo at Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) or Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ).
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Santo Domingo. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can enter Dominican Republic for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Brazil. But before booking your cheap flight from Rio De Janeiro to Santo Domingo, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may require some documentation if your trip is for business or other reasons.
Flying from Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing flights from Rio De Janeiro to Santo Domingo departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Located around 18 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro, GIG can be reached in approximately 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Santo Domingo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving in Santo Domingo
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ)
Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) is around 32 kilometres from central Santo Domingo. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 31 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to SDQ if you have a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Santo Domingo. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ)
As soon as your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Santo Domingo has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 27 minutes by car. Central Santo Domingo is approximately 19 kilometres from Dr. Joaquin Balaguer International Airport (JBQ).
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Santo Domingo
R 4,847 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Santo Domingo. Return flights start from R 11,176. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Santo Domingo, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for a ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Santo Domingo.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Santo Domingo every day.
Play around with filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Rio De Janeiro to Santo Domingo, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Best time to go to Santo Domingo
August is the most popular month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Santo Domingo. To skip the crowds, head to Santo Domingo in May.
The warmest month in Santo Domingo is September, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Rio De Janeiro to Santo Domingo in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from Rio De Janeiro to Santo Domingo in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 29ºC on average.
More about Santo Domingo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Santo Domingo right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Santo Domingo:
Alcazar de Colon and National Pantheon (Pantheon Nacional) are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Santo Domingo must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at National Palace.
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